Can Acupuncture Help Cancer Patients?
There are many benefits of acupuncture for cancer patients. Acupuncture is often used to control symptoms and help restore balance within the body.
For more information about how acupuncture can be used in conjunction with other cancer treatments, please visit the National Cancer Institute website.
What Symptoms Does Acupuncture Support?
According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), acupuncture is used to support the patient by treating the following symptoms:
- Pain
- Cancer related fatigue (CRF)
- Nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy
- Weight loss
- Anxiety
- Insomnia
- Poor appetite
- Dry mouth
- Hot flashes
- Nerve problems
- Constipation and diarrhea